How to Choose Loose Tobacco for Cigarettes
Whether you have never rolled your own cigarettes before or if you've been doing it for a while and are looking to change your blend, choosing a loose tobacco can be a great way to expand your smoking horizons and try something new. Read on to learn how to choose loose tobacco for cigarettes.
Instructions
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Find an experienced tobacconist. If you don't know the first thing about how tobacco is blended, the best thing you can do is find someone who is willing to tell you what each blend is comprised of at a place with a wide selection.
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Use your current favorite as a starting point. Most of the time, your tobacconist will know what makes up the blend of your favorite current brand, and can create something similar for you from their stock.
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Choose a flavor preference. Let the person helping you choose a blend of flavors you might enjoy. For instance, if you smoke light menthol, choose a blend that has a balance of mint-flavored tobacco and other, less potent flavors.
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Sample the result before you buy. A skilled tobacconist can blend different loose tobaccos to suit your needs, but this doesn't necessarily mean that they are going to get it right on the first try. Tweak the blend and keep sampling each mixture until you get one that you truly enjoy.
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Write down your personal blend recipe. Once you decide on a mix of different loose tobaccos, be sure write down the measurements and ingredients so that you can recreate your new loose tobacco blend the next time you need to buy.
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